Surf Forecasts:
Broad Cove surf forecast from 13 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 15 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 8s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 15 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 8s period, SW swell with 650 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 15 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 8s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Broad Cove this week:
The surf forecast for Broad Cove over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 9AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.2m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 1.3m and 8s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 16s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Broad Cove in the next 16 days are 2.2m 8s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 9AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Friday (Jul 17) at 3AM.
| Wave Type | Time (ADT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 9AM (Wed 15th Jul) | 7ft (2.2m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 9AM (Wed 15th Jul) | 7ft (2.2m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 9AM (Wed 15th Jul) | 7ft (2.2m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Broad Cove over the next 16 days.
Alright, I’m Rusty, and I’ve been watching this stretch of coast for years. Here’s the honest truth for Broad Cove.
Right now, we’re looking at a bit of a slow start. The first few days are pretty much a write-off for any decent paddle. Monday the 13th and Tuesday the 14th are flat or tiny, with messy wind. You’re better off staying on the beach or doing something else. The ocean’s just not cooperating.
Then, Wednesday the 15th morning is where things finally get interesting. That’s the standout of the whole forecast. We’ve got a solid 7ft swell from the southwest, and the wind is light and cross-offshore. The water’s sitting at 60°, which is a touch warmer than average for this time of year. The combined energy hits 879 (moderate to strong), so there’s some real push behind it. The period is 8 seconds, so it’s a mix of swell types, but it’ll be clean and well-shaped. This is the morning to get excited about. It’s not too big for intermediates, but it’s got enough juice to keep it fun. Just be aware that crowds are often out here, so you’ll have company.
The rest of the week is a mixed bag. Wednesday afternoon drops right off, and Thursday the 16th is small and choppy. Friday the 17th morning has a clean offshore wind, but the swell is only 2ft – tiny, but rideable if you’re keen. The weekend into the following week is mostly small, weak, and hampered by onshore wind. There’s a bit of a pulse on Tuesday the 21st with a 6ft southerly swell, but the wind is onshore, and the conditions are marginal. That’s the second-best option, but it’s not a patch on that Wednesday.
After that, it’s a long stretch of small, messy surf. The wind stays onshore or cross-shore for days, and the swell drops to barely a ripple. The combined energy values are often in the double digits, which is weak. You’ll see a few 3ft to 5ft days, but the wind is just too rough. It’s a tough run for the second week.
The only real standout in the whole 16-day window is that Wednesday the 15th morning. It’s the only time the stars align. If you can get out then, do it. Otherwise, the forecast is a long wait.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Tue afternoon. Warm (max 25°C on Wed afternoon, min 16°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (calm on Mon morning, fresh winds from the SW by Tue morning). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Thu afternoon. Warm (max 23°C on Thu morning, min 13°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 10 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SSW 5 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SW 8 | S 8 | S 8 | S 7 | SSW 7 | S 7 | SE 14 | SSW 8 | SSW 7 | SE 13 | S 6 | SE 13 | SE 12 | S 5 | S 6 |
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 kJ | 15 | 15 | 14 | 93 | 178 | 175 | 650 | 186 | 121 | 59 | 96 | 44 | 41 | 119 | 45 | 28 | 36 | 27 | 24 | 69 | 220 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 8:12PM1.90m | 8:58AM1.62m | 9:07PM1.92m | 9:52AM1.68m | 10:00PM1.90m | 10:43AM1.71m | 10:51PM1.85m | 11:32AM1.72m | 11:41PM1.76m | 12:20PM1.70m | 00:32AM1.64m | 1:08PM1.65m | 1:23AM1.52m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:54PM0.27m | 2:45AM-0.00m | 2:52PM0.23m | 3:37AM-0.04m | 3:47PM0.20m | 4:27AM-0.04m | 4:41PM0.20m | 5:15AM0.00m | 5:34PM0.23m | 6:02AM0.08m | 6:27PM0.28m | 6:48AM0.18m | 7:20PM0.33m | ||||||||
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 | 5:46 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — |
 | — | — | 9:00 | — | 8:59 | — | — | 8:59 | — | — | 8:58 | — | — | 8:57 | — | — | 8:55 | — | — | 8:55 | — |
mm | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 16 | 10 | 4 |
Temp °C | 22 | 23 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 17 | 21 | 25 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 18 | 21 | 17 | 22 | 22 | 17 | 16 | 18 | 18 |
Feels °C | 19 | 19 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 14 | 22 | 24 | 20 | 21 | 18 | 19 | 14 | 17 | 13 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 7 | SE 10 | SE 10 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | S 8 | S 8 | S 8 | SW 8 | SE 15 | S 7 | S 6 | SE 14 | SSW 7 | S 6 | SE 13 | SE 13 | SE 12 | SE 12 | SE 12 |
| kJ | 9 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 217 | 186 | 121 | 15 | 9 | 44 | 41 | 32 | 45 | 20 | 27 | 27 | 24 | 23 | 23 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 10 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 7 | E 9 | SE 16 | SE 16 | SE 15 | SSE 15 | SE 9 | SSE 15 | SE 14 | E 8 | SE 14 | SE 13 | ESE 8 | E 9 | E 9 | E 10 | E 9 |
| kJ | 15 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 21 | 3 | 22 | 32 | 1 | 30 | 28 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | SE 7 | E 7 | — | E 9 | SE 18 | E 9 | E 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 10 | SE 9 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SSW 8 | SE 8 | E 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | — | — |
| kJ | 4 | 2 | 1 | — | 2 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | S 3 | SSW 4 | SSW 5 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SW 8 | — | — | S 7 | SSW 7 | — | W 2 | SSW 8 | W 2 | — | S 6 | S 6 | S 4 | S 5 | S 6 |
| kJ | — | 3 | 13 | 93 | 178 | 175 | 650 | — | — | 59 | 96 | — | 1 | 119 | 1 | — | 36 | 23 | 15 | 69 | 220 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 99 | 1313 | 1108 | 1485 | 1313 | 501 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 647 | 27 | 0 | 2915 | 0 | 2229 | 2922 | 867 | 887 | 501 | 501 |
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The above surf forecast table for Broad Cove provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Broad Cove can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Broad Cove surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Broad Cove) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
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